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Pit Ponies - Ghosts of the Coal Mines

Horses and ponies were integral workers in coal mines throughout England, Wales, Canada and the USA. It was hard, dirty, hazardous work where close bonds were formed between many miners and their ponies.

Horses in Hollywood Movies

Lights! Camera! Action! In a century of film-making since the grainy black-and-white days of the 1920s, animals and especially horses have been part of the production scene.

How to Fall off a Horse

Falling off a horse isn’t something we plan on, but it is an eventuality we need to plan for. Unfortunately, fall safety techniques or how to protect oneself from injury during a fall are seldom taught and even less understood. 

Senior Senator’s Triumph

A steeplechaser horse recovers from a broken neck, returns to racing, and wins Maryland Hunt Cup for the second time.

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To Serve and Protect: The Death of Brigadier

Brigadier, a nine-year-old chestnut Belgian/Thoroughbred cross gelding in the Metro Toronto's Mounted Police unit was killed in the line of duty in 2006

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How to Haul a Horse Safely

To help you understand what your horse experiences during transport he might suggest that you stand inside the horse trailer, with your hands in your pockets and your eyes closed, while he drives you around.

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Solo Horse Packing Adventures in Canada’s Southern Rocky Mountains

Ride along with writer Tania Millen as she experiences beauty, adventure, and solitude on three separate solo rides in the Canadian Rockies.

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Immersed in the Muskwa-Kechika

With a strong desire to ride in the Muskwa-Kechika Management Area of BC’s Northern Rocky Mountains, but too intimidated to plan her own pack trip, Tania Millen joined five other riders for a guided expedition. 

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Canada’s Horse Industry Builders

Get to know some of the extraordinary horse industry builders who blazed new trails and took Canada’s equine industry to new heights, helping place Canada among the very best of the world’s equestrian nations.  

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550 Kilometres on Horseback on the Trans Canada Trail

The Trans Canada Trail in southern BC follows decommissioned rail beds known as rail trails, and offers a unique ride through tight valleys, meadows and cottage country, with the unusual challenges of trestles and tunnels.

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#MeToo In The Horse Industry

A line is crossed when social culture becomes sexual harassment or assault, and when bullying and intimidation set a dangerous precedent. It is present in all industries and the horse industry is no exception. 

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Take Our Poll — Have Your Say!

Does your horse share its home with any of these non-equine companion animals?